Archivists Salary in Missouri
Archivists in Missouri earn a median of $60,020 a year, −7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $60,020
- vs. U.S. median
- −7% ($64,550)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range in Missouri
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,950; the top 10% earn over $108,080. Nationally the range is $39,970 to $110,550.
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Archivists pay in Missouri
How much do archivists make in Missouri?
The median is $60,020 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,950 and the top 10% earn over $108,080. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Missouri a good state for archivists?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 38 (−7% vs. the national median of $64,550). Living costs are not included.